Figurative language is a type of language that uses words or expressions to convey a meaning that is different from the literal interpretation. REPRESENTATIVE (14 letters), ILLUSTRATIVE (12 letters), SYMBOLIC (8 letters), ALLEGORICAL (11 letters), METAPHORICAL (12 letters), and TROPICAL (8 letters) are all examples of figurative language. REPRESENTATIVE language is used to represent an idea, object, or person in a way that is not literal. ILLUSTRATIVE language is used to provide an example or illustration of something. SYMBOLIC language is used to represent an idea, object, or person through symbols. ALLEGORICAL language is used to convey a hidden meaning or moral lesson. METAPHORICAL language is used to compare two unlike things without using the words 'LIKE' or 'AS'. TROPICAL language is used to describe something in a figurative way.